Bofors 40mm L/60 M1 Automatic Gun
Bofors 40mm L/60 M1 Automatic Gun
Discovered on a scrapyard in Greece, this rare American-built Bofors M1 has been completely restored to the exact condition in which Chrysler delivered it in 1942, following approximately 350 hours of meticulous craftsmanship and historical preservation.
Wartime Use / Deployment
Employed extensively for short- and medium-range air defense against aircraft, vehicles, and light naval targets during WWII.
Condition When Discovered
Found relatively complete but heavily neglected and deteriorated on a scrapyard in Greece in January 2023
Start of the Restoration
Full historical and mechanical restoration commenced following documentation and initial assessment in June 2023.
Condition After Restoration
Class A restoration completed to near-factory 1942 appearance with compliant deactivation in November 2023
Highlights
This restoration stands out due to its exceptional originality, remarkable internal condition, and the high level of craftsmanship required to return a neglected, scrap-state gun to near-factory appearance while achieving ATF-compliant deactivation with minimal visible impact.
Highlight 1
From an unrecognizable scrap heap to a fully restored, museum-worthy 40mm Bofors.
Highlight 2
Expert ATF-compliant deactivation executed with virtually no visible alteration to the exterior.
Highlight 3
Delivered to a distinguished private collection in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA.
